Heavy Equipment Operator Job at Kinder Morgan in Port Arthur

KINDER MORGAN

Kinder Morgan is one of the largest energy infrastructure companies in North America. We are a market leader in Natural Gas Pipelines, Products Pipelines, CO2, and Terminals. Our extensive network of assets plays a crucial role in delivering energy products to high-demand markets.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package starting on your first day, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, two retirement plans, paid holidays, and paid time off.

BUSINESS UNIT: TERMINALS

Kinder Morgan operates 144 terminals across North America, handling storage, distribution, blending, and logistics for renewable fuels, petroleum products, chemicals, vegetable oils, and more. Our terminals have a combined liquids storage capacity of approximately 151 million barrels and process about 59 million tons of dry bulk materials annually.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate a 29-ton P&H Static Step overhead bucket crane safely and efficiently to lift, move, and position loads of petroleum coke, maintaining proper storage and loading from pit to grizzly hopper.
• Participate in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of cranes, buckets, and related equipment.
• Perform general duties across all terminal operations as assigned.
• Maintain clear communication with team members via radio and other means.
• Operate, monitor, and maintain coke cutting equipment within the petroleum coke handling facility.
• Follow safety procedures and operating protocols to support zero-tolerance safety policies.
• Perform decoking techniques, paying attention to hot spots and using extra quenching when needed.
• Assist with un-heading and re-heading coke drums and perform final sweeps.
• Operate under fresh air conditions using SCBA or facemask breathing apparatus as required.
• Inspect equipment before and after use, report maintenance needs, and conduct audits on equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting on petroleum coke cutting equipment.
• Assist with cleaning operations and maintain housekeeping in the coke cutting area.
• Lubricate and maintain petroleum coke cutting equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment such as dozers, skid steers, forklifts, track hoes, backhoes, and wheel loaders to move petroleum coke safely and efficiently.
• Operate D-9 and D10 dozers, employing successive passes to level terrain and load out material for vessels.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment, including lubricating, cleaning, and changing filters.
• Operate other equipment like excavators, forklifts, telehandlers, skid steers, and man lifts, with certification as needed.
• Train on remote-controlled ship loaders and ensure safe and satisfactory vessel loading.
• Ensure all work is performed safely and correctly, training as necessary on various terminal equipment.

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